CEB STANDARD 102 :2003

SPECIFICATION FOR LOW VOLTAGE OUTDOOR RING TYPE CURRENT TRANSFORMERS 1.0 SCOPE This Specification covers the general requirements of the design, manufacture, testing supply and delivery of low voltage, cast epoxy resin insulated, Outdoor, Ring Type Current Transformers suitable for sliding on to the low voltage bushings of the MV distribution transformers for the purposes of measuring/monitoring the transformer loading. 2.0 SYSTEM PARAMETERS a) b) c) d) e) 3.0 System Voltage System Highest Voltage System Frequency Method of Earthing System Fault Current 400V 440 V 50 Hz. Solidly earthed 25 kA

SERVICE CONDITIONS a) b) c) d) e) f) Maximum ambient temperature Maximum relative humidity Annual average ambient temperature Solar radiation Environmental condition Highest attitude 400 C 90% 300C 1000 W/M2 Humid tropical climate with heavily polluted atmosphere Form MSL to 1000 M above MSL

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APPLICABLE STANDARDS The Low Voltage outdoor ring type Measuring Current Transformers supplied shall be in accordance with the latest editions/amendments of the Standard specification below. a) IEC 44-1 : (1996) Part 1 Instrument TransformersCurrent Transformers

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BASIC FEATURES 5.1 5.1.1 Design The low voltage current transformer (CT) shall be of the bar primary type having a ring type core with wound secondary. The accuracy class of the measuring current transformers shall be 1 and 0.5, as per the Technical Requirements and Schedule of Prices. The current transformers to be used with three phase four wire bulk supply energy measuring meters (kilowatt-hour meters (kWh) & maximum demand indicators (MDI)).

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The current transformer shall be of the cast epoxy resin insulated type as indicated in the drawing number DS&S/2003/102, suitable for operation in outdoor tropical climatic conditions as stipulated in Clause 3.0 above. The insulation shall be suitably treated to prevent deterioration due to ultra violet radiation of sunlight. The dielectric strength shall not be less than the stipulated in the technical requirements. The current transformers having 5 Amp secondary current shall be used with electro-mechanical kWh meters and their burden shall not be less than 15VA. The current transformers having 1 Amp secondary current shall be used with static electronic kVA meters and their burden shall not be less than 2.5VA as stipulated below. The standard rated transformation ratio and the burden shall be as stipulated below and the item to be supplied shall be as stipulated in the schedule of prices. For Electro-mechanical kWh meters Primary/Secondary/Burden Amp /Amp /VA a) 200 /5 / 15 b) 400 /5 / 15 c) 800 /5 / 15 d) 1200 / 5 / 15 e) 1600 / 5 / 15 Static Electronic kWh meters Primary/Secondary/Burden Amp /Amp /VA 200 /1 / 2.5 400 /1 / 2.5 800 /1 / 2.5 1200 / 1 / 2.5 1600 / 1 / 2.5

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The internal diameter of the ring current transformers shall be around 90-100 mm. The relative polarities shall be permanently marked on the current transformers as per IEC 44-1. Brass bolts, nuts and spring washers shall be provided at the secondary terminals to accommodate 2.5 sq.mm. wire leads. The secondary terminals of the current transformer shall be housed in a weather resistance and waterproof terminal box with rubber grommet to take out the CT leads. The B.H curve and saturation characteristic of each type of transformer shall be furnished with the offer.

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5.1.10 The current transformer shall be designed and constructed in such a way as to avoid introducing any danger for normal use and under normal working conditions, so as to ensure especially personal safety against electric shock, effects of excessive temperature and shall not produce any hum/noise. 5.2 Technical Requirements a) b) c) d) e) type Nominal Voltage Rated Voltage Frequency Power Frequency Withstand Voltage 3 Ring (outdoor) 400V 440V 50 Hz. = 3kV rms.

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f) g) h) i) j) k) l) m) n) o) p) 5.3

Impulse withstand Voltage Accuracy Class Rated burden for; i) Electro-mechanical energy meters ii) Static electronic energy meters Limits of current error and phase displacement Primary Current Secondary current for; i) Electro-mechanical energy meters iii) Static electronic energy meters Short time withstand current/Duration Type of Insulation Class of Insulation (as per IEC 85) operating temperature (Max.) Terminal Box

6kV peak 1/.5 15 VA 2.5 VA IEC 44-1 200A/400A/800A 1200A/1600A 5A 1A 25kA/1 Sec. Cast Epoxy resin UV treated 900C Weather resistant water

Routine Tests

The following Routine Tests shall be carried out on all Current Transformers as per IEC 44-1 and the routine test report shall be submitted to the inspector appointed by the purchaser at the time of inspection of the items. a) b) c) 6.0 Power frequency withstand voltage on secondary windings Determination of errors Verification of terminal markings and inner diameter.

QUALITY ASSURANCE The manufacturer shall possess ISO 9001 Quality assurance certification for the design, manufacture, testing and servicing of cast epoxy resin insulated ring type Low Voltage Measuring Current Transformers for the plant where the offered current transformers are manufactured. Bidders shall furnish a copy of the ISO certificate certified as true copy of the original from the manufacturer along with the offer.

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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 7.1 Manufacturing Experience

The Manufacturer shall have at least 10 years of experience in the manufacture of current transformers of Accuracy Class 1 and 0.5 to the IEC. the manufacturer shall furnish sufficient documentary evidence in the Bid to prove his manufacturing experience.

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Marking

Every current transformer shall have a name plate indelibly marked with the following information; a) Name of manufacturer/Identification b) Serial number/type designation c) Rated primary and secondary current d) Rated frequency e) Accuracy Class, Rated Burden & Instrument security factor f) Rated Voltage g) Rated Insulation Level h) Insulation Class i) Rated Short-time current/duration & Dynamic peak current 7.3 Packing

Low Voltage Measuring Current Transformers (CT) shall be suitably packed in cardboard boxes to prevent damage during handling and transport. Each cardboard box shall contain three current transformers of the same CT ratio and the box shall be clearly marked with the relevant particulars of the CT. The cardboard boxes shall be packed again in a wooden box of (maximum size) 1m x 1m x 1m with wooden block base for forklift handling. Bio-degradable material shall be used for packing purposes. 8.0 INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED WITH THE OFFER The following shall be furnished with the offer. a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) i) Catalogues describing the equipment and indicating the type and model number. Constructional features, materials used and the relevant technical literature. Complete dimensional drawings. Manufacturing Experience as stipulated in clause 7.1. the details of the information indicated on the Name Plate (Clause 7.2 above) Completed Schedule of particulars (ANNEXURE A) The B.H curve and saturation characteristic of each type of transformer. Quality assurance certification conforming to ISO 9001. The following Type Test Certificates conforming to IEC 44-1 from a recognized testing authority acceptable to the Purchaser shall be furnished; i) Short time current Tests ii) Temperature rise test iii) Determination of errors iv) Dielectric tests

The Type Test Certificates shall clearly indicate the following; i) ii) iii) iv) v) vi) Name, Address and Country of the Testing Authority & Date of Testing. Name of Equipment Type Tested and Basic Parameters Number of Pages of the Type Test Certificates Manufacturers identify/Catalogue Reference Number etc. The Standard to which the equipment Type Tested. Comments and Observations of the Testing Authority. 5

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The Type Test Certificates shall be submitted in complete form as furnished by the testing Authority. Incomplete Type Test Certificates or parts of Certificates or parts of Certificates will not be considered. Offers of Bidder who fail to furnish the above particulars in full, and samples as stipulated in clause 9.0 will be rejected. 9.0 SAMPLE One sample low voltage measuring current transformer of each type shall be handed over to the Purchaser along with the offer. 10.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING 10.1 Inspection

The selected Bidder shall make necessary arrangements for inspection by an Engineer appointed by the Purchaser and to carry out in his presence necessary sample/acceptance tests on the current transformers offered. 10.2 Acceptance/Sample Test

The following test as per IEC 44-1 shall be witnessed by the representative of the Purchaser. a) b) c) 11.0 Verification of terminal markings Power frequency withstand voltage on secondary windings Determination of errors

TECHNICAL LITERATURE, DRAWINGS AND TEST REPORTS Technical Literature in English Language on the installation, complete with necessary connection diagrams and drawings shall be supplied with the item and they shall be descriptive and self explanatory. Routine test reports and Inspection test reports shall also be supplied with the current transformers.

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ANNEXURE A B Cast epoxy resin insulated, outdoor, ring type current transformer Dr. No. DS&S/2003/102 Schedule of particulars To be filled by the Bidder.

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Annexure B SCHEDULE OF TECHNICAL PARTICULARS (To be filled by the manufacturer for each type/size of cable)
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) Name of Manufacturer & country of manufacture Applicable Standards Model No./Catalog Ref. No. Type (Indoor/Outdoor) Nominal Voltage Rated Voltage Frequency Primary Current Secondary current Accuracy Class Rated Burden Insulation i) Type ii) Class (as per IEC 85) iii) Whether UV treated Terminal Box i) Material ii) Whether weather resistance iii) Water Proof Instrument Security Factor Limits of current errors at; i) 5% of the rated current ii) 20% - do iii) 100% - do iv) 120% - do Limits of phase displacement at; i) 5% of the rated current ii) 20% - do iii) 100% - do iv) 120% - do Power Frequency Withstand Voltage Impulse withstand Voltage Short-time withstand current/Duration Temperature rise (max.) Power Losses Type of Terminal and terminal marking Whether the sellable terminal box provided Whether the transparent terminal box cover provided Whether the foot stand with mounting holes provided Whether the requested Type Test certificate as per IEC 44-1 is furnished in complete form, from Recognized testing Authority. (indicate the deviations if any) Whether the B.H. curves furnished Whether the ISO 9001certification furnished Whether the Acceptance Tests (Cl. 10.2) will be carried out Internal diameter % % % % Minutes Minutes Minutes Minutes kV kV kA/Sec. 0 C Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No mm -

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I/we certify that the above data are true and correct Seal and Signature of the Manufacturer/Date

IBM/L/EE-DP/LV Outdoor Ring type CT